Linux System Administrator - active Top Secret required

General Dynamics Information Technology • Washington, DC

1d • $107,744 - $126,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Join GDIT as a Linux Administrator and you will build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you. As a Linux Administrator, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the customer’s mission. This role requires a Top Secret clearance and eligibility for SCI.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience as a Linux System Administrator in enterprise or production environments.
• Strong practical knowledge of major Linux distributions and their administration.
• Proficiency in scripting for automating routine system administration tasks.
• Familiarity with containerization platforms from an operations and support perspective.
• Exposure to DevSecOps concepts and tools, with an understanding of secure software delivery and operational practices.
• Experience administering environments that leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC) tools.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, SSH), and core services in a Linux ecosystem.
• Top Secret clearance must currently be possessed.
• Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI
• US Citizenship Required
• DoD 8140 IAT II compliant

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, harden, and maintain Linux-based servers and services in production and non-production environments.
• Proactively monitor system performance and availability, diagnose issues, and implement corrective actions to ensure reliability, scalability, and optimal performance.
• Execute regular system updates, patch management, and security configurations in alignment with organizational and industry best practices.
• Use scripts and standard automation tools to streamline and improve routine administrative tasks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware, software, and network issues impacting Linux systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams as needed.
• Apply, maintain, and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC) solutions using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
• Maintain and support CI/CD pipelines to streamline application deployment, configuration management, and environment consistency.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date system documentation, including configurations, change records, and standard operating procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
• 401K with company match
• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• Full flex work weeks
• Variety of medical plan options
• Dental plan options
• Vision plan
• Ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars to 401(k)
• Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• Short and long-term disability benefits
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level